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Martinsburg daily gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1887-1887, 1887-06-23

ralch, the scarcely less decorated weapon
Of the Circassian, and the heavy cavalry
swords Of the German and Austrian cav
alryman- The Japanese and Chinese
swords are q study in themselves One Of
the most remarkable pieces IN the collec-
ton Is q pOnderous two edged sword
seven feet long that was said to have been
used In the Spanish in1uisition. 1t pre-
sents remarkable contrast to the LIGHT
and elegant court swords worn BY Euro
pean officers Of high rank, Of which there
are number in the collection. Near the
latter are the rude native weapons Of the
cannibal tribes Of New Caledonia, the
French penal colony circular axes Of
flint with long heavy handles, and great
clubs with wicked looking sharp knobs all
over them, and doubtless effective as
missionary persuaders.
LETTER FRoA GAR1BALDI.
There, " said Mr.. Morosini, pointing to
an adjoining nook, s'these are thigh bones
saved and polished after they had dined
off them. And up there, that round look
ing affair like corn-cob is all covered
with human teeth. =
In large square room is an assortment
of musical and striking watches, every
one of which Is q marvel of mechanical
skill and ingenuity. In large case is q
specimen of the finest art of which. the
famous silversmiths of India are capable
huge galley, or gondoIa, from Calcutta.
It Is of silver throughout, and the exquis-
lite tracery of the filigree work shows that
its construction must have been the labor
Of almost lifetime
ssThat cross Of tho first consul, u said
Mr.. Morosini, lis very rare. Here ii
something. however, that ]. value still
more highly. 1t is the colors of the crr.y
of Franco mere scrap, you see, and I'll
sewed and patched together. Rather
than surrender these colors the French
soldiers tore them into fragments, and
every man took piece and hid it away. =
But wish you to see, before You go,
what value most of all, = said Mr.. Moro
sini He produced worn and faded let
ter, written on paper manufactured IN
London and dated in 1859.
Caro- Nanni, read the reporter. "Who
is Naani, Mr.. Morosini p
ssThat is /; he used to call me Nanni.
It's just like dear Jack, you know
Tho letter was from Giuseppe Garibald,
tic Italian Hberator, ard thanked his com
patriot, ssNanni'' Morosini, for the services
he lad rendered the writer, and expressed
a fear that he would never be able to re-
pay them rs they deserved The letter
was written in the caressing tone familiar
In italian correspondence, and showed the
warm friendship that existed between the
two.
He had the face and the heart Of d
lion, = said Mr.. Morosini, his eyes wet and
glistening as he SPOKE. He was my dear
friend, and ! loved him. New York
World.
Martinsburg daily gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1887-1887, 1887-06-23
LADIES BEWARE |

Don't Squander Your Cash Ges
Pair of Opera Toe slippers for 5oc.,
a Pair of Every day button Shoes
SIPS. Try Our Genuine Kid Butt
Shoes for $I,5o Complete Conf
Handsome Fit for $I,o8. Wear
Guaranteed Shoes for $225. A
pair ifnot satisfactory, worth S.. 90
have Ladies Shoes for Young Ladi
Old Ladies Middle Aged Ladies, M
ried Ladies'. Single and il fact, for !;
Ladies. G. p. HERRISc g Co,
Ladies Shoes A Speciality
Martinsburg daily gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1887-1887, 1887-06-23
SPECIAL LOCALS.
p "a c-yJ1T O. EI AM,
ARTISTIC PHoToGISAPHER,
OVER NATIONAL BANK

OVER NATIONAL BANK.
Photography finely executed in all its
branches. Special attention given to
copying old pictures to any size de
sired. Photos from $I.oo per doz- up.
Picture frames Of all styles cheaper
than ever at Cnnningham's Photo Gal
lery over Nat. Bank.
You just ought to see those large ba-
uanas at H. M. HERRING's.
Gasoline Oil Stoves. and Gasoline
Oil always kept on hand, at
G. HI. WoLFEs', IS Queen ST.
Just received, full line Of Daisy Oil
Stoves, at c. H. WoLFEs,
S. Queen St.
Goods marked at one-half value at r.
Rosenbush & Co.'S Red Letter Sacrifice
Sale
If you are fond ofa good cup Of Tea,
call at n M Herring's. The finest
il the city.
Martinsburg daily gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1887-1887, 1887-06-23

Call and get prices Of Coal OIL and 6:
cline Oil Stoves before you buy eli
where, at G. II. Wolfes', IS Queen
Martinsburg daily gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1887-1887, 1887-06-23
! FOUND AT Is AsT

Is Genuine Frerch Calf Gtass Scar
less Shoe. worth Sd 90 for SIS ou and J,
onselse has it and cant getits We contr
this market. G.. AZ. HERRING 81 Co.
Wide Awake hoe Dealer
Just received at H NJ Herfingss
large and fine lotof Eew Mackerel 81
quarter and half barrels.
Martinsburg daily gazette. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1887-1887, 1887-06-23

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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-12-15
THE VIRGINIA FREE pREss--rHE OLD FAMlt Z Jot
4 Tribute.

From the December number Of the New
York Monthly Trade Journal We transfer to
our columns the following tribute to the
memory of the mother of Mr.. Charles
Broadway Rouss:
BELINDA BAlTzELL Woodsboro,
observation-disclosures 10, lSl0-died at Shan
non Hill, Jefferson Co., West Virginia,
Nov. 4. lSS7-But for the heritage of indus
try and perseverance from the father and
mother, adorned by an undying ambition
and affection. this writer would have been
but a blank on the unrecorded pages OF
time. From these two plain but peerless
lives fell the inspiration that drove the pillow
boy of Runymeade through the Appomat-
tox humiliation. through Winchester and
Richmond TO the metropolis of America.
From the true and touching lessons that
fell from the lips of these two sacred idols
was born the inspiration that led the bare
foot of Apple Pie Ridge, riding bareback
to Whitehall, trading eggs and butter Tor
coffee and sugar,-seven years old then, now
fifty. 20 the head of the representative auc-
ton business of the world. From them,
whose precious memory can never die, the
young scholar, walking three miles to the
teachers and preachers lParson Fries Of
that day. learned that solid, sterling, SUI
premc religion, "do right, that taught him
i'm The after adyersities of life that higher
law Of hon0r-one hundred cents to the dol
lar. The sunshine was rare, the shadows OF
adversely deep and terrible; the pleadings
of wounded Union soldiers spared the home,
bat the yandals of Custer aud Sheridan
burned. DESTROYED or carried off all else,
leaving it desert plain, and the life was to
be fought over at SO and 60. Putting on
the armour and resolution of youth, the
lost ground and wealth came back surely
and swiftly. nerying by heroic and eloquent
example the heart broken desperate OF
Church Street to superhuman effort and de-
termination TO wrest from merciless mislor-
tunes lost prestige, power and wealth. One
passed the eightieth mile post, the other
fen a little this side, but both faced eternity
with the unwelcome wintry SHOWS OF age,
with a sublime spirit as beautiful as it was
fearless.
Historic. great hearted old Winchester
followed in the last march to the portals of
the unknown. chanting in mOurnful melody
that sweet song that had been her love all
through life. "H0me, Sweet Home" There
beneath the daisied slopes of Mount Hebron
viii rest i'm perfect peace forever that wealth
of idoatrv worth more than all the world
VIII the throb aud brill of brain and heart
ever touch into life again deaths cold, pa
;hetic dust2
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-12-15
ST. NICHOLAS
TOr IOltnO TOIkS.

OUNCE its first issue. in 1878, this magazine
- has maintained. with undisputed recogni-
ton, the position it took at the beginning
that of being the most excellent juvenile perl
odical ever printed The best known names
i'm literature were on its list of contributors
from the start,-Bryant, Longtellow, Thomas
Hughes. George Macdonald Bret Harte Bay
ard TAYLOR. Frances HodgSon Burnett, James
T. Fields. John c. Whittier, indeed the list Is
so long that it would be easier to tell the few
authors of note who have not contributed TO
the worlds child magazine
THE EDITOR. MARY MAPES DODGE,
author of Hans Brinker; or, the Silver
Skates. and other popular books for young
folks.-and for grown-up folks, too, re-
markable faculty for knowing and entertain
ing children. Under her skilltul leadership
ST. NICHOLAS brings TO thousands OF homes on
both sides of the water knowledge and delight.
ST. NICHOLAS N ENGLAND.
II is not alone in America that s.. N'cl0las
has made its great success. The London Times
saws: " 1t is above anything we produce IN the
same line The Scotsman says: There is no
magazine that can successfully compete with It.
THE COMING YEAR OF ST. NICHOLAS.
The fifteenth year begins with the number
for November. lSS7, and the publishers can an
nounce Serial and Short Stories by Mrs.
L
II. II. Boyesen Joel Chandler Harris. J. T.
Trowbridge, Col Richard NJ. Johnston, Louisa
NJ. Alcott, Washington GLADDEN., Frances Cour-
tenay Baylor Harriet Upton and many others.
Edmund Alton will write a series Of papers on
the Routine of the Republic, how the Pres
ident works at the White House, and how the
affairs of the Treasury, the State and War De
partments. etc. are conducted; Joseph o Bri-
en-. we'll known Australian Journalist, Will
describe The Great Island Continent Eliz-
abeth Robins Pennell will tell OF - London
CHRISTMAS Pantomimes" Alice in Wonder
land. etc.: Mrs Burnett's short serial will be,
the editor SAYS, q worthy successor to her Ia
nous Little Lord Fauntleroy,' which APP
peared in s.. Nicholas.
WIZ not try ST Nicholas this year for the
young people in the house? Begin WITH t IN
November number. Send Us $500. or subscribe
through booksellers and newsdealer. The Cen
turv Co. 50 East 18th St. New York.
Nov. p, 1SS7.
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LINES MEMORIAL.
Mrs. B. b. R.........,.......~DED Nov. Il,

Mrs. b. b. R............ .......DIED Nov. H. 1857.
You saw your loved one robed in death 1--WE
call ID death 90 part,
The paliid brow was tranquil the tender mo-
ther heart
Had loos' q the tendrils of its love "a love so
strong and deep
An unseen angel touch'd her eyes and kissd
them into sleep.
slender hands were folded calmly DER the dear
maternal breast
Thin white lips were close forever, with BEN
edictiOn press d.
Yet. be sure she is but sleeping whom
YOU gave TO Hebron's care,
And the diamond stars are keeping silent watch
above her there
While the moon in graceful crescent Sunsets
slender. beauteous queen
Drifting down theyesper heavens casts a ling
ring silvry sheen
Thro' The aislcs of Cons own acre, 'thwart a
uew-made grave tonight
Token that her ransom'd spirit dwells within
celestial Light.
SUNDAY. December II.
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CRARLEsrowN, W. Va,
~. ~ 49,

DEAE Mr.. GAILAHEE: l write these few lines
hoping YOU will let her go-that Xmas Is
coming and have visited Old Kris at his
HEADQUARTERS and laid in a nice lot Of useful
and ornamental Toys for the children, which
can be seen in my windows. Also wish the
lodies to remember that have not forgotten
them. | called TO see the Fruit Cake men, and
laid in a fresh supply of New Citron, Raisins
and Currants, Powdered Sugar and the famous
Stonebrakers Extracts ! have a nice supply
of fresh Almonds. English Walnuts Pecans,
Butter. Cocoa. Peanuts Oranges, Lemons, Gel
atine and Corn Starch All OF the above goods
will be sold atthe lowest possible price. Hoping
to receive a call from all,
! remain, yours.
Dsc 1SS7. C.. D, EBN.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-12-15
Bucklcn's Arnica Satre.

The Best Sa!ye in the world for Cuts,
Bruises. Sores, Ulcers, Salt Rheum, Fever
Sores, letter, Chapped Hands, Chilblains
Corus. and all Skin EruPtions, and positive
ly cures Piles, or no pay required. 1t Is
guaranteed to give perfect satisfaction, or
money refunded. Price % cents per box.
For sale hv Geo 7. Light.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-12-15
ID risLon or Iae ohrislnas Ere.y

Several weeks ago We called attention to
this little booklet by Tarpley Starr" aud
reproduced a very complimentary notice Of
it written by Mrs. Jno. p MeGuiTe-author
Of that sweetest and most popular of our
war books: "Notes Of a Refugee" Mrs.
McGuie accurately describes this little pub
lication: lovely poetic gems by Tarpley
Starr. dsintily bound with board backs and
ribbon ties" Since Mrs McGuire's notice
the little Tye Of Leaflets has passed from
the publishers hands and can be found at
the bookstores generally. In Baltimore at
The Church Bookstore aud at Cushing X
Bayly's; In Washington, Winchester, Ber-
ryviIe, Martiusburg, &c. In Charlestown
at the drug store Of O. Frank Jones. Price
5ccn;s. This work is unique in one res
pect in this Age of Illustration, to-wit: the
pictures are within the poems rather than
outside and alongside.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-12-15
Distinguished lien.

Gov. John Ireland of Texas; Simon p.
Hughes. Governor Of Arkansas; ;. ID. Nc
Emery. Governor of Louisiana; Z. b. Iur-
ner, Judge L. ;. Court Ex-Goy. Hubbard,
Minister to Japan; Marion Martin, eX-Lleu-
tenant Governor of Texas; w. r. Miller
Ex-Governor of Arkansas, and many others;
E. A. Perry, Governor of Florida; W. D.;
Bloxham. Ex-Governor OF Florida, and
hundreds Of other distinguished men of the
United States in all professions and In ey-
srv DEPARTMENT OF science have had their
.ight Improved by the use of Hawkes. New
Spectacle,. An eyes fitted and the fit guar
anteed by C.. Frank Jones, Charlestown, W.
Va
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-12-15
For Safe.

rVHE valuable Building Lot adjoining the
residence Of DR.. VIM. NELL in Charestown.
w Va. fronting $50 feet on Liberty street,
and running back that width from said street
To the lots OF Dr. VIM. NELL and Mrs. I'd
wards heirs. For terms. apply to .,l.,,
GEORGE BAYLOR,
CLEON MOORE.
Sept -. 1ss7-tf.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-12-15
The Boss WatchmaNcr.

The Democrat, I'm noticing the recent ri-
al of Virginia Robertson for murder, pays
% deserved tribute to- two of our young
lawyers, lis follows:
The prisoner was defended 10y Messrs.
Moore. Gibson and Engle. To was Engles
first speech To- o jury and he spoke like an
old stager. and was much complimeu!ed by
those Who heard him. Gibsons cross eX-
animation off Dr. Brown, witness for the
state. has cured 90 him In public estima-
ZION high standing nc the bar u.s. lawyer
qualified t0 manage the most difficult cases.
The writer was not present when the other
doctors were questioned, but Dr. Brown
was subjected TO q very pulling cross eX-
animation. and his answers We're so intelli-
gent and To- the point that their effect on the
iurv appeared to DE irresistible.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-12-15
MOST FASHIONABLE MANNER.

came among YOU unknown, but Lave come
to stay, and trust that I'm the few monihso OF my
sojourn here / have established favorable
reputation for irst-class work and fair dealing.
Giving az my best references the many Gus
TONERS whom have already served respect
fully solicit a continued and increased patron
age SAMUEL J. LANG.
Sept /, 1857.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-12-15
EspsirnbIe Residence
AT PRIVATE SALE.

DESIRABLE RESIDENCE in Charles
y town. delightfully."- located and command
IN a superb view, for sale priyatel.y y. 1t con
tains five rooms and a kitchen; also conyeni-
entity adjacent thereto a smoke house l 10.
House. Stable, &c The lot embraces TWO anu
. (narter acres Of ground-a beautiful lawn
s,fendid Garden. aud an Orchard Of choice
fruits Altogether it is one Of the most desira'
he properties in the town. Pnce ana teIii'
maui THOMAS X. STARRY.
July p, 1857.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-12-15

Largest stock and greatest variety OF Hol-
idav Goods IN town. We have made prices
that will speak for themselves All we ask
IS for you 60 come and see them.
=. d. HIRsCHMAN x Co.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-12-15

lisa good way TO tell that people have
found not only our prices the lowest, but
our clothes the best made Our clothing
business Is increasing dayly, and it must be
because peope have satisfied themselves
that there Is 10 place like Hrschman's for
q big moneys worth. We're after the small
profits now and plenty OF them, and drlIy-
ing business now without laying back for
cut prices q, the end OF the season.
=. D. HIRSCIIMAN " Co.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-12-15

I. s. apparent that Mr.. Geo II. Has'ey
l.e. not desire anybody 20 be without
....-,-,,r,s Gin see his advertisements
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-12-15

There was an unsuccessful attempt 10
.t tbs store of Mr.. lie Brown. in Berry
vile. as. week
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-12-15

u- John =. Castleman sold on Tuesday
,,ata large number of flt cattle-averag-
inc .22l pounds.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-12-15
CWSfjng "a Specially.
CLOTHING MADE TO ORDER
and the
FITS GUAR n 7 L K ID.

Call and examine my stock before You buy
Hoping 70 have q share Of your patronage, /
remain. Yours Respectfully
CHAS. f. REININGER,
Nov. d 1857. Charlestown, w. Va.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-12-15

T0TAX.PAYERs OFCHARLEsT0WN AND
MIDDLEWAY DISTRICTS.
IF Taxes are not paid promptly. ] viii be
| compelled TO sell property as the Ia" di-
EUGENE BAKER,
Deputy Sheriff.
June l6, lSS7-5t.
Spirit and Dem. copy.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-12-15

DO YOU need an Overcoat? If so take
time TO visit our store. Prices commence at
81 - for mems sizes and run up to SO and
so. More than three times as many over
coats to- selec. from as is contained in any
house i'm CharlestOwn.
WM. KAHN x Co., The Leading Clothiers,
Sadler Building.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-12-15

1rlre Beckwith adjourned the term Of
c,-ui. Court on Tuesday.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-12-15
CHRISTMAS CARDS.

The Public cordially invited to call and exam
inc. You will be waited on with politeness,
whether you purchase or not. Goods are
marked in each department at prices which
must compel purchases.
IT'S not in mortal to command success,
But well do more, Horatio, we'll deserve it.
Hamlet.
Everything that is really good, handsome
and desirable and always at the forrest prices
for which we are famous. Now is the time to
purchase for the Holidays. First choice and
first Bargains Respectfully,
c. FRANK JONES,
Phi G. Dispensing Chemist.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-12-15
About $50 Acres of Land

ON the east side of the Shenandoah Riyer-all
i'm good timber-has been in my possession 80
wears and has been taken good care OF. Ihls
land will be sold i'm . and 10 acre lots-County
Road running through said land. Ihs land
extends to the bank OF the shenandoah RIVER
will also sell a Decree from the County
Court in my favor of Starry vs.. Cooper OF 9oOO.
Also sell lie interest OF Mrs. y. NJ. schultz
in Mt Hammond ferry-free use OF road TO
and from Shannondale Springs, and nearer
road to Round Hill, LOudoun county, Va,
only five miles distant.
lssy-I will also sell two offices IN the Hunter
Row. opposite the Courthouse IN Jefferson
County. One-third cash, and the balance IN
one and two years.
Ny two offices opposite the Courthouse con-
tain Is feet each 'front.' running back 10 iee''
These offices will be sold separately.
also have on my "Bloomery Hall farm a
Good Cstern, lot of Sheaf Oats and 70 BUSH
els of Rye.
TERMS OF SALE.-One-third cash and the
balance in one and two years, negotiable notes
with approved security, payable at the People $
Bank of Martinsburg W. Va, purchaser CIV
ing a deed of trust on land to secure deferred
payments. 90,
i. S.-Persons having business with me Will
find me after the 10Th of January, 1855 at the
Howard House, City of Baltimore, Md.
Full possession given on the 3lst day OF De-
cember. 1887.
Sixty house logs. % feet long
Dec'S 1857. JOSEPH STARRY.
Spirit, Dem. and Shep. Reg. copy.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-12-15
II Mistake.

THE report that propose leaving Charles
/ town is unfOunded. ] expect TO remain
here and will pursue my vocation Of natch
and Clock Repairer az my rooms opposite 'Nat'ef
4ouse = I.ee Hall Building upstairs, and So
licit the continued patronage Of the people.
esnt n iss7 Z. BROWNOLD.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-12-15
Don't Experiment.

You cannot afford To- waste time in cXper-
imeutiug when your lungs are in danger.
Consumption always seems, at FIRST. only "a
cold. 10 not permit any dealer TO impose
upon YOU with some cheap imitation of Or.
Kings New Discovery for Consumption,
Coughs and Colds, bat be sure you get the
genuine Because DE can make more prot
to he may tel, you he has something Jus, as
good. or iu-, the same. Don't be deceived,
bu. insist upon getting DIR. Kings New Dis
coyery. which is guaranteed Co give relief
iu all Throat. Lung and Chest affections.
Tra. bodies free at Geo. T. Lights Drug
store. Large Bottles 81
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-12-15

SIC return thanks lo Dir. W. 3. Merchant
r- some Miuce Mea. Of his owu making
and we commend it You can eat 10 with
oa fearful apprebeusious as 90 tae concom-
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-12-15
NNNl7N S\eeN 6 Nights is the of

thousands suffering from Asthma, Com
sumption. Coughs, etc. Did you ever try
Aclers English Remedy2 It is the best
preparation known for all Lung Troubles,
sold on a positive guarantee at lOc., 5Oc.
C. FRANK JONES.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-12-15

Where he has the largest and finest line ever
before offered to this Public
Flower Vases, Cologne Bottles and Stands
made of Bohemian Glass, and Mother of Pearl
Toilet Cases. Ladies Work Boxes, Auto and
Photograph Albums Poems Children's Books,
Cologne Sets, Cut Glass Bottles, Manicure Sets.
Dressing Cases with Music Boxes, Gents SHAY
ing Cases-eyerything, in fact, TO make one
happy. On December LIST we will display our
Ia r0a stock of
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-12-15

old family 9uurnal.
December -, 1857
a-la-a7z-rr-s-71
ps,5 Vim. Kahn & Co.'S business locals.
r.3re Beckwith adjourned the term of
Circuit Court on Tuesday.
There was am unsuccessful attempt to
-., tbs store of Mr.. l.. T. Brown. in Berry
ve ias. week
MI John $. Csstleman sold on Tuesday
..ta large number of fat cattle-averag-
ing .22l pounds.
p. apparent hat Mr.. Geo. II. Hagiey
l.e. not desire anybody to be without
Christmas Gill; see his advertisement.
,Iayor Hough had four hogs slaughtered
which aggregated 1881 met, Nr. Dewitt
Srider brought porker Co town that net
ted $780,
THE Presbyterian sunday school will
b,rsa Christina. Entertainment on Friday
NIGHT December s1,b, iu Charles WASH
iucton Hail.
Orders for SIND Degree Consistory Rings
and Charms promptly attended to; also
plain gold rings made 90 order 20 e. W.
Browns Jewcry Store.
We return thanks to Dir. W. 5. Merchant
ar some Miuce Mea. Of his own making
and we commend it, You can eat &c with.
aa, fearful apprehension. @, 90 tae coneom-
iart,.
Nr Gustav Brown announces taat he has
tao handsome dressing cases, chance up-
oa which win Dee given 90 every purchaser
p. .be extent of 10 cents worth of goods
The ysr.ub.e star of Bethlehem that
.t,ne "a, Cbr.,ts birth cam now be seen
atsr4a.m. iu ,ae southeast i,looSs one
eighth ,he ,izeot .ae moon. rs period Is
$40 years.
Cao..J.H. OB-unou. former towns
r t-..f...- ....,.. I... boon chosen bv
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-12-15

Avoid the big rush at our stores around
the Holidays and make your purchases now
and of us where dollar goes as far as a
dollar and a-half elsewhere.
5. ID. HIRsCHMAN Il Co.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-12-15
December -, 1887

Nm. Kahn 4 Co.'S business locals.